Dear John,

When the storms of disruption, challenge, and change come, here are a few things you can do to come out stronger on the other side of the slog:

Choose your attitude - acknowledge challenges are always coming and create the right mindset and muscles before you need them.

Revisit your Why - this creates perseverance and purpose in the storm.

Reach out - to your Who, Mentor, or Coach.

Start the day right - Focus on Gratitude, Goals, and your Why.

Step back and try something else - reflect on what isn’t working and ask yourself what else can you try and who else can you ask.

Create momentum - get some wins in other areas of your life like getting some exercise or taking some time with a trusted friend.

Understand the power of incrementalism - break the big challenge into different parts, and then improve each part just a little bit each day.

The story you tell yourself - make it epic! Remind yourself that disruption is your competitive advantage and see yourself learning, growing and coming out stronger.

Remember, you are a Coach Leader!

Tom

P.s. You can find more insights in my book 10 Leadership Virtues For Disruptive Times. Get the book right here.

P.s.s. On Monday I will be emailing you to talk about the Great Resignation AND you won't want to miss it! Stay tuned!